Taiwan Native Orchid Goodyera: The Legendary Antioxidant Power for Skin Repair

Goodyera is one of Taiwan's native orchid species

Goodyera, one of Taiwan's native orchids, also known as the "native orchid," is renowned for its rich content of polyphenols and flavonoids. It is widely regarded as a natural plant essence with powerful antioxidant properties. Scientific studies have confirmed that flavonoids, cyclopamine phenol, and ferulic acid found in Goodyera have excellent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin repair effects.

Flavonoids are recognized as one of the most potent antioxidants in the world. With a small molecular structure and water-soluble nature, they are easily absorbed by the human body. According to TVBS reports, the antioxidant capacity of flavonoids surpasses common antioxidant fruits such as lemons and oranges, and is said to be 50 times stronger than Vitamin E and 20 times stronger than Vitamin C!

Cyclopamine phenol, a unique compound found in the roots of Goodyera, boasts exceptional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is widely used in repairing damaged skin, alleviating long-term discomfort in sensitive skin, and addressing pigmentation caused by dryness.

Ferulic acid, a type of phenolic acid found in plant cell walls, offers multiple benefits, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, whitening, and antibacterial effects. These properties make Goodyera highly effective in addressing skin inflammation and burns, and it has been widely used in traditional therapies.

According to information on Wikipedia, Goodyera has been listed under the *Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)*. In the past, it was commonly found in Taiwan's low-altitude plains, field edges, and moist grassy areas. However, due to habitat destruction and human harvesting, it now faces an endangered status. Fortunately, some domestic organizations have been actively involved in Goodyera conservation and propagation, ensuring this rare plant species does not vanish entirely due to human activities.